1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1500 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 117 L |
