2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 596 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 131 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 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
