1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Eldorado | 146 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
