1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1966 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille 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 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
