1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra 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 | 1983 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | GTV | Electra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
