1979 Buick Century vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Century | Palio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |