1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | S-10 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3130 mm |