1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 128 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Roadmaster | 128 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
