1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Calais | 166 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
