1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 803 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |
