1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (283 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Giulietta | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
