1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 486 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Reatta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |
