2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 126 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 1974 Fiat 126. 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 (400 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 20 L |
