1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Biarritz | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
