2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
