1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 37 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 306 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |
