1978 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
