2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2080 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1950 mm |
