1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Calais | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
