2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 132 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
