1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, both 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1991 Buick Roadmaster were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 33 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |