1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Fit |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |