1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
