1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1637 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Sprint | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
