1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulietta | Calais |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |
