1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 658 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Orlando (315 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model 2000 Orlando
Year Released 1974 2012
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 189 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1007 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2760 mm


 

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