1979 Buick Century vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Armadillo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 56 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
