1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | 156 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
