1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 126 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 68 L |
