1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1987 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1987 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 155 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
