2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 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 269 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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 1979 Fiat 131. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 131 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
