1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |