1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | 126 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
