1948 Buick 40 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1954 Fiat 1100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,064 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Buick 40 (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | 40 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
