1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
