2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |
