1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Modus (111 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 138 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 Renault Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus 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 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Modus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
