2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 909 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rainier | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
