1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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 Brougham | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Brougham | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
