2008 Acura TSX vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
