1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 249 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 | 744 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
