1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 819 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda 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 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2180 mm |
