1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Seville | 156 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |