1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 47 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 753 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulietta | Lumina |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |