1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | 130 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
