2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | GT | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
