1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 860 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1900 kg |
