1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Fiat 126
To start off, both 1982 Cadillac Eldorado and 1982 Fiat 126 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat 126 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 1982 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 126 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |