1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado 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 164 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Duna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
