1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 915 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Cinquecento has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Cinquecento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
