1971 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, both 1971 Cadillac DeVille and 1971 Fiat 128 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac DeVille 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 1971 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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:
| 1971 Cadillac DeVille | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | 128 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
