1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 527 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Caimano | Electra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
