2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | CTS | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |