2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
