1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 50 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 780 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.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Giulietta Orlando
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1288 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2760 mm


 

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