1979 Buick Century vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Century | Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |