2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 166 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
