1987 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Innocenti C
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 710 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C. 1987 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. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1968 Innocenti C | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Electra | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
