1982 Buick Estate vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe

To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe 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 34 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Buick Estate 1965 Fiat Coupe
Make Buick Fiat
Model Estate Coupe
Year Released 1982 1965
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6596 cc 2277 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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