1979 Buick Century vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Century | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
