2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
