1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centurion | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
