1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Giulietta | Skylark |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |