1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1942 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Roadmaster | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1942 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 567 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |