1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 54.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 48 L |
