1996 Buick Century vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Century (119 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea.
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, 1996 Buick Century (180 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea. 1996 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Century | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Albea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1500 mm |
