1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | SZ | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
