2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Berline |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |