1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Brougham | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
