1969 Buick GS vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
