1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Alfetta | Century |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |