2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 881 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 166 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
