1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | 146 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |