1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 388 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfasud | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 302 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
