1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 518 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulia | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |