1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
