1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprint | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
