1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1942 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. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1942 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2010 mm |
