2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | STS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
