1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1703 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 ESCALADE 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 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulia | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |