1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 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 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
