1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 579 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
