1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 47 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 205 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 663 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta, 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 LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |
