1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |