2001 Buick Century vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
