1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Alfasud | Calais |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |
