1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 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 138 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
