2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Fiat 124

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 788 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1970 Fiat 124
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville 124
Year Released 2000 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1748 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2430 mm


 

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