1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Eldorado (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulietta | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
