1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155, 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
