1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 989 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | GT | Rexton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |