1982 Buick Estate vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 745 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8. 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. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Estate | V8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
