1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 1131 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 1987 Buick Regal 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. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | 500 | Regal |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |