1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Giulia | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
