1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Punto |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
