1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, both 1996 Buick Riviera and 1996 Fiat 126 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Fiat 126 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 1996 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 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.
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1996 Buick Riviera | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | 126 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 25 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |