1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos 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 180 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
