2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Fiat 131
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
