2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 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 XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
