2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | Dino |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |