1976 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Fiat 1500

To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.

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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Electra 1959 Fiat 1500
Make Buick Fiat
Model Electra 1500
Year Released 1976 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1481 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 109 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2350 mm


 

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