1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 876 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
