1964 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1964 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 151 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 37 L |
