1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 980 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
