2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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 Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Terraza | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
