1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2011 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | 500 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3020 mm |
