1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 400 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra 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 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Giulia | Electra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |