2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 656 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 131 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 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
