1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Buick Skyhawk
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1982 Buick Skyhawk were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 86 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
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1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Buick Skyhawk | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Skyhawk |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |