1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo

To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo 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 2012 Fiat Bravo
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville Bravo
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 197 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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