1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 942 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 XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 XTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | XTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
