1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 133 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3080 mm |
