1980 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 128 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |