1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 820 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
