1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 117 L |
