1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1989 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
