1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| 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 | 149 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
