1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 655 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 298 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 | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
