1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais 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 43 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Calais | Hit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
