2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1965 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1965 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Enclave | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |