1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion 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 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centurion | Punto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
