1984 Buick Electra vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 980 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1850 mm |