1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 776 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | GTA | Catera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |