1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 75 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
