2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 284 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LaCrosse | Berline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
