1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Seville | 156 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
