1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 1400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |