1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Camaro | 159 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
