1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fleetwood | 147 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
