1978 Buick Century vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Century | Panda |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |