1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 292 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 2000 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
