1999 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 Cadillac DeVille and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac DeVille (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DeVille | 156 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
