1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 796 kg more than 1969 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 124 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
