1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento 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 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
