2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 353 kg more than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 1978 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Punto | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
