1952 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | 40 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 67.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2210 mm |