1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
