1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |