1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skylark | 166 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
