1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 37 L |