1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
