2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
