1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 130 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
