1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 62 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 516 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |
