2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1963 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 596 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 1963 Fiat Berline. 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 (315 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1963 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | Berline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
