2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 99 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | GT | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
