1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1488 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 117 L |
