1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | 159 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
