1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 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 104 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. 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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2730 mm |
