2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 132 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
