1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 850 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 155 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1890 kg |
