1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1971 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, both 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano and 1971 Chevrolet Vega were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 43 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1971 Chevrolet Vega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Caimano | Vega |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |