1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
