1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 868 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (165 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 155 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
