1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 423 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 1750 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
