2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. 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 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
