2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 889 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centieme | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
