1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 885 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 131 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
