1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1954 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat Campagnola. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1954 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
