1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 36 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 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:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 146 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
