1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 500 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
