1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Panda | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
