1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | GTA | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
