1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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 177 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 784 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
