1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 41 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 147 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Calais | Strada |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |