1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1223 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | 133 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1913 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |