1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
