1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 554 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Estate |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |