1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 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 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | GT | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
