1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 32 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
