2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 137 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 926 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
