1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 33 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Strada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 58 L |
