1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 898 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Alfasud | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 6160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
