1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 926 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Uno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |