1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville 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 12 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 785 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 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 1981 Fiat 131. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 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 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 131 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
