1979 Buick Century vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 is newer by 22 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, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2001 Subaru HM-01, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
