1999 Buick Century vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Armadillo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Armadillo 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |
