1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, both 1983 Fiat 127 and 1983 Buick Century were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Century (110 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | 127 | Century |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2662 mm |
