1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 164 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
