2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2151 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
