1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1953 Buick 40
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1953 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 146 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
