2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 994 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Silverado | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
