1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 661 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal 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 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Giulia | Regal |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |