1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1966 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
