2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 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 277 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Fiat 126. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 126 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
