1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Calais is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Calais | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
