1978 Buick Century vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Century | 1400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |