1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 7 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 10 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Dardo | Seville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
