1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 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 127 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
