1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Giulietta | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
