1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 53 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 225 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Fleetwood | 2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |