1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Giulietta Caprice
Year Released 1960 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3753 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2950 mm


 

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