2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 834 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 850 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 1966 Fiat 850. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
