1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 51 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 637 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sixty | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
