1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
