1998 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Panda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |