1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 467 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Berline | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |