1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | 500 | Regal |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |