1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
