1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Buick Regal

To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 853 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 600 2012 Buick Regal
Make Fiat Buick
Model 600 Regal
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 23 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1683 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4831 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2738 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 68 L


 

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