1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville 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 110 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio 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 2003 Fiat Palio
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville Palio
Year Released 1990 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4472 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2380 mm


 

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