1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GTV6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |