2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 147 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
