1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 867 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | Duna |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |