1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1200 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |