1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 817 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 2100 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
