1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 211 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |