1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Sportut | Cruze |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1476 mm |