1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1998 Proton Tiara 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | GT | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
