1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Centurion | H1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3210 mm |
