1989 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
