1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulia | ATS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
