1983 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |
