1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 131 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 1981 Fiat 131. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | 131 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |