1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Punto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
