1990 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |