1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino

To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 61 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 263 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 578 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 2012 Fiat Fiorino
Make Buick Fiat
Model LeSabre Fiorino
Year Released 1951 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 517 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3650 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1723 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 151 L 45 L


 

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