1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 33 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3810 mm |
