2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | 131 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |