1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 64 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 958 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 500 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
