1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 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 219 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
