1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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. 1955 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2030 mm |
