1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Cadillac Seville | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | 1100 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |