2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 322 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | 2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |