1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 241 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
