1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1630 kg |
