1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | GTV6 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |