1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 796 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 125 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
