2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera 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 67 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 604 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
