1977 Buick Regal vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 600 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
