1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | GT | Electra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |