2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 815 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Catera | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |