1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville 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 204 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 883 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | C1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
