1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 432 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfetta | Corvette |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
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 | 1080 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |