1969 Buick GS vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
