1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulia | DeVille |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |