1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1947 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1947 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1947 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 964 kg more than 1947 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 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 1947 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 1947 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1947 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |