1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | Scudo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |