1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 877 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 1200 | STS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
