1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | 1500 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
