2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 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 284 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 126 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 20 L |
