2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 965 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | 133 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
