2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV | Seville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
