1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 33 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 795 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1998 Cadillac Eldorado
Make Alfa Romeo Cadillac
Model Giulia Eldorado
Year Released 1965 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 405 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 72 L


 

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