1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 155 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 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 |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
