1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Tipo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |