1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 38 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 524 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
