1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Junior | Corvette |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |