1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 139 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | Panda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
