2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 118 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Spider | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
