1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Cielo | Berline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
