1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 970 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GTV | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
