1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 895 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 130 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
