1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | GT | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2800 mm |