1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 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, 2003 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | GT | 75 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
