1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 965 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | GT | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3080 mm |