1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | Mirafiori | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |