2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | 1900 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 114 HP |
Top Speed | 302 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |