1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2003 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 2003 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2003 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Bialbero | Catera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2940 mm |