1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1983 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
