1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1950 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Roadmaster | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |