1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 566 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Seville | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
