1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Fiat Albea. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Albea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
