2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 672 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
