1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Invicta |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3130 mm |