1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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 Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 2100 | Enclave |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |