1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprint | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
