1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 627 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1951 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1951 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1400 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
