1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulia | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
