1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
