1988 Buick Electra vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 1400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |