2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 156 | Seville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |