1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | GT | Korando |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |