1976 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146

To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 604 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
Make Buick Alfa Romeo
Model Estate 146
Year Released 1976 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1747 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2600 mm


 

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