2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 326 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 944 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Centieme | 128 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
