1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Vivace. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
