1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 13 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra 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 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 1750 | Electra |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |