1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
