1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 69 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS 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 | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GT | ZS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
