1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1973 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 Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
