1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 127 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
