1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
