2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
