1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | 128 | Century |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
