1999 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 870 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
