1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1960 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 905 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1960 Cadillac DeVille | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
