2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1957 Fiat 1100

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rendezvous 1957 Fiat 1100
Make Buick Fiat
Model Rendezvous 1100
Year Released 2005 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 74.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 38 L


 

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