1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Giulia | Colorado |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |