1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1958 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | 500 | Catera |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 204 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 | 445 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |