1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Junior | DeVille |
Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |