1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 64 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda 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 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
