1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 145 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
