1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | 500 | Seville |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |