2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Rainier | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |