1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | 128 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
