1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | Alfasud | Brougham |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |