1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
