1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 479 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 Renault Kangoo (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
