1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | 750 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |