1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 378 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 617 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 430 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2685 mm |