1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1987 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
