1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 DeVille (590 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | 131 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
