1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
