1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 998 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | 850 | CTS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |