1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Buick Century is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Century (109 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Buick Century (183 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1992 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1992 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulietta | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2664 mm |
