1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Calais | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
