2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
