1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 130 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
