1980 Buick Estate vs. 1971 Fiat ESV
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat ESV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat ESV would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Fiat ESV. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat ESV.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat ESV, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat ESV. (134 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat ESV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1971 Fiat ESV | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Estate | ESV |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
