1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 128 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
