1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Fiat 500

To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 424 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 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 2013 Fiat 500
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville 500
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Sedan Convertible
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 101 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1096 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3546 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1628 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2301 mm


 

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