1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Fit |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |