1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 441 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
