2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 587 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Seville | Berline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
