2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
