1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Seville 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 1959 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
