1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1984 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1984 Fiat Regata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1984 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Regata, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1984 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centurion | Regata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
