1970 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1970 Autobianchi A 112 has manual transmission. 1970 Autobianchi A 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi A 112 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Buick |
| Model | A 112 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
