1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 145 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
