1990 Buick Electra vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
