1976 Buick Estate vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 964 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |