2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP) has 948 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | V Sixteen | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2350 mm |
