1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
