1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 817 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
