2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Record |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
