1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1377 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1999 Chevrolet Express 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. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1999 Chevrolet Express
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Giulietta Express
Year Released 1960 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 957 kg 2334 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3440 mm


 

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