1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 129 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 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 | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | 126 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1850 mm |