1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 629 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | Torino |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |