1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac DeVille 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 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
