1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
