1999 Buick Century vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
