1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | 62 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
