1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Buick Invicta 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 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda, 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Invicta | Panda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
