1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 579 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulietta | Reatta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 69 L |
