1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 364 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 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
