1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | 850 | CTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 236 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 | 570 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |