1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1991 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 19 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 124 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1991 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
