1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Giulietta | 62 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |