2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1979 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 156 | Estate |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |