1986 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1850 mm |
