1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 404 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |