1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 825 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 1100 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |