1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
