1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 36 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 584 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Compass |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
