2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
