1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
