1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 49 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio 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 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
