1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | Seville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
