2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous, 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
