1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 529 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1750 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
