2009 Acura TSX vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 826 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, 2009 Acura TSX (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
