1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skylark | 156 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
