2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Fiat 127
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 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 127 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 | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
