1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Alfetta | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
