2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 802 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
