1980 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Tipo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |