1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Fiat 127
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 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 106 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 796 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. 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 Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 127 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1980 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | 127 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
