1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Panda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1240 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 | 710 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 30 L |
