1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 124 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea 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 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Idea |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
