2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Fiat Regata

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 930 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Cadillac Seville 1983 Fiat Regata
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Seville Regata
Year Released 2004 1983
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 100 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 56 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 38 L