2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
