1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | 130 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |