1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |