2004 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 22 L |
