1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 282 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
