2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 857 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
