1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, 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 Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Fleetwood | Nova |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2470 mm |