1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac DeVille (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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:
| 1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
