1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 52 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 821 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
