2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sedici | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
