1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 798 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
