1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
