1979 Buick Century vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1979 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Century | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |