1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 53 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 993 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
