1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1980 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac DeVille, 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. 1980 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | GTV | DeVille |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |