1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Invicta | 131 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |