1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1963 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1959 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1963 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
