1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 962 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Panda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 32 L |
