1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 162 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
