1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 126 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 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 126 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
