1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 841 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Punto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |
