1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 466 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
