1957 Buick 40 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | 40 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |