1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio is newer by 37 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Vivio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Vivio 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 | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
