1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1088 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
