1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
