1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1500 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
