1971 Buick GS vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 707 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
