1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 133 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
