1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Fiat Panda

To start off, both 1985 Cadillac Seville and 1985 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 884 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Cadillac Seville 1985 Fiat Panda
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville Panda
Year Released 1985 1985
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4080 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1674 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2180 mm


 

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