1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Astro | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |