1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1665 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
