1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Uno | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
