1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Eldorado | 159 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |