1979 Buick Regal vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | 1100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |