1951 Buick 40 vs. 1988 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1988 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick 40 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Panda, 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 1988 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | 40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2170 mm |
