2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Catera | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
