2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 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 418 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2006 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
