1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 60 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic 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 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |