1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Alfetta | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |