1999 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
