1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | Stilo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |