1976 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |