1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 838 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | 124 | CTS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |