1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 283 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.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira 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 | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | GT | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
