1979 Buick Electra vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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, 1971 Fiat 127, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 127 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 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 127 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |