2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 979 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | CTS | 1100 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |