2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. 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 CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | CTS | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |