2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 824 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2007 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
