2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
