1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 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 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 484 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 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 | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | 156 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
