1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | Seville |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |
