1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
