2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Seville | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |