1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 656 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Alfasud | Regal |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
