1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | 130 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |