1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 40 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 68 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Spark |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 68 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
