1992 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento

To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Buick Regal 1999 Fiat Seicento
Make Buick Fiat
Model Regal Seicento
Year Released 1992 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2844 cc 898 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2210 mm


 

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