1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1607 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | 850 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 38 L |
