1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 488 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 Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
