2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 456 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
