1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 495 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
