1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 22 L |
