2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 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 (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2168 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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 1973 Fiat 500. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
