1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo

To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 23 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.

Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac Seville 2013 Smart Fortwo
Make Cadillac Smart
Model Seville Fortwo
Year Released 1990 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4472 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors


 

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