1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2008 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 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
