1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Electra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |