1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 1750 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |