1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1742 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1200 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 117 L |
