1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Roadmaster | 130 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |