1978 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Palio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |