1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal, 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 500 | Regal |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |