1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
