1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1020 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 | 1995 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
