1979 Buick Century vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 895 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
