2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
