1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 107 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
