1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skylark | 164 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
