2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
