1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 58 L |
