1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 28 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 626 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2004 Citroen C4, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | C4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
