1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 522 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Alfetta | ATS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |