1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 2008 Cadillac CTS
Make Abarth Cadillac
Model 1000 CTS
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 83.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 79.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 223 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 68 L


 

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