1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 945 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | 128 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
