1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
