1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 35 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 414 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT 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 | 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
