1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 60 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 1950 mm |
