1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1988 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
