1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1951 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 588 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1951 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 145 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |