2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147, 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 Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 147 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
