1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 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 1959 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 500 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 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 | 139 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2820 mm |
