1998 Buick Regal vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 881 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 850 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
