2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 639 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
