1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | DeVille | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |