1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 780 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Alfasud | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
