1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 51 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP) has 528 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 580 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 72 L |
