1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
