1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 28 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 148 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
