1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1953 Buick 40 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Alfetta | 40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |