1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3280 mm |
