1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo

To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Fiat Doblo. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Seville 2007 Fiat Doblo
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville Doblo
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Sedan Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2590 mm


 

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