1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Biarritz | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
