1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1119 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 Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3350 mm |
