1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 905 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera 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 | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
