1964 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1964 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Cadillac Sixty | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | 500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
