1955 Buick 40 vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Buick 40 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
Make Buick Fiat
Model 40 Cabriolet
Year Released 1955 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5277 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 234 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 890 kg
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2350 mm


 

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