1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1977 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 133 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2946 mm |
