1954 Buick 40 vs. 1945 Fiat 500
To start off, 1954 Buick 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1945 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | 40 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2010 mm |
