1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 1750 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |