2003 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 975 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal, 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |