Buick Cascada vs FIAT 124 Spider
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 FIAT 124 Spider
Overview
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Classica |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,070 | $25,390 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (best) | 11.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp (best) | 160 hp |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.6 L (best) | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.4 cu ft (best) | 4.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,979 lbs | 2,436 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.1 in (best) | 90.9 in |
| Length | 184.9 in (best) | 159.6 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 68.5 in |
| Height | 56.8 in (best) | 48.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick CascadaBase | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Cascada | FIAT 124 Spider |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $33,070 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Classica $25,390 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium $36,070 MSRP | Urbana Edition $26,385 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Touring $37,070 MSRP | Lusso $28,145 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Abarth $29,390 MSRP |