1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |