1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 17 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 135 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac Biarritz 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 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Biarritz | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
