1990 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 26 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), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 1029 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, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 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 | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1950 mm |