1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 69 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 | 2230 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1950 mm |