1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado 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 164 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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 Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Eldorado | Fellow |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2100 mm |