1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 2100 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2052 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 60 L |