1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 594 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville 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 | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulia | Seville |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |