1979 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Innocenti C
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti C, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti C has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1968 Innocenti C | |
Make | Buick | Innocenti |
Model | Electra | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |