1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 15 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Century |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
