1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre 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) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 283 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Punto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
