2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
