1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Fleetwood | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
