2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 786 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 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 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
