1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 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 159 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda 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 | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
