1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1993 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 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), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 502 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre 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 | 1993 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Caimano | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
