1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1982 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 164 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2330 mm |
