1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 19 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 141 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Centurion | Tempra |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |