2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline 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 285 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 524 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centieme | Berline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 188 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
