1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1957 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 500 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
