1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 949 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango 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 | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
