1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 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 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | Palio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
