1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
