1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1970 Buick GS

To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 630 kg more than 1950 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 1970 Buick GS
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model 1900 GS
Year Released 1950 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 5724 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 394 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2860 mm


 

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