2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2005 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 Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 156 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
