1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 1750 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
