1987 Buick Estate vs. 1975 Fiat 130

To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Estate 1975 Fiat 130
Make Buick Fiat
Model Estate 130
Year Released 1987 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 3238 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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