1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 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 209 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 22 L |
