1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |