2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 249 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 896 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
