2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
