1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Fiat 600

To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 846 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick LeSabre 1960 Fiat 600
Make Buick Fiat
Model LeSabre 600
Year Released 1980 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3791 cc 633 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2010 mm


 

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