2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 662 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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 (343 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
