1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1958 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 500 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |