1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1753 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 98 L |
