1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 765 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio 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 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Palio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
