1990 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | 132 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |