1987 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 133 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 1975 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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 Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 133 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
