1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 146 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
