1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera 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 241 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1985 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Regata 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 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Regata |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
