1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1978 Buick Estate
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 873 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1978 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 2000 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
