2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS-V | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
